CORKINS LODGE
Trip Planning
We’ve put together this helpful list to ensure you know everything to pack and plan for your Corkins Lodge visit.
Weather
If using a weather app, please use Tierra Amarilla, NM instead of Chama as the location tends to be more accurate.
Average Temperatures:
Summer (Jun.-Aug.) 79 / 43 ℉
Fall (Sep.-Nov.) 60 / 27 ℉
Winter (Dec.-Feb.) 39 / 8 ℉
Spring (Mar.-May) 57 / 24 ℉
Packing List
Here are some recommended items to pack:
- Raincoat/Jacket
- Layers of clothing
- Sturdy sneakers or hiking boots
- Daypack for hiking
- Water Bottle
- Sunblock
- Insect Repellant
- Hat/ Sunglasses
- Lip balm
- Extra socks
- Swimsuit – when our outdoor pool is open during the summer
Corkins does not supply any gear for outdoor activities so we recommend brininging:
Hiking Gear: Poles, Sturdy Boots
Fishing Gear - Pole, Bait, Waders, Net, Cooler etc.
Snow Gear: Snowshoes, Cross-Country Skiis and Poles
High Altitude
Corkins Lodge sits at approximately 8,300 ft. above sea level. Some may experience symptoms related to altitude sickness including dizziness, headache, fatigue, shortness of breath and nausea. Symptoms often resolve on their own after your body adjusts. We recommend drinking lots of water to help with any symptoms. Some of our guests have found help with the supplement ChlorOxygen or supplemental oxygen canisters. Please check with your medical provider before taking any supplements.
WIFI
While we encourage guests to take a technology break and unplug from the modern world, we understand that occasionally one must digitally connect. Corkins Lodge offers complimentary high-speed WiFi internet from Starlink. If you want other locations with free WiFi, we encourage you to check out Rio Chama Espresso.
Trip Prep Essentials
Groceries
Though your cabin kitchens are thoughtfully appointed with most everything you need to cook your own meals, you will need to buy groceries on your way in. Below is a list of the closest markets to the Lodge.
Chama – 25 minute drive: Lowe’s Market
Abiquiu – 60 minute drive: Bodes General Store
Pagosa Springs, Colorado- 70 minute drive:
- City Market
- Natural Grocers
Santa Fe – 2 hour drive:
- Whole Foods
- Smith’s
- La Montañita Co-Op
- Santa Fe Farmer’s Market (seasonally open)
Corkins Kitchens are Stocked With The Following Essentials
- salt and pepper
- coffee
- tea
- sugar
- aluminum foil
The Kitchens Do NOT Have:
- cooking oil
- spices
Each cabin is also equipped with its own barbeque gas grill and grill tools on your front porch.
Please Do not feed the wildlife
We ask that you do not feed the squirrels, chipmunks, turkeys, birds, deer, or the occasional bear. For the safety of our guests and the wildlife, please:
Do not attract bears or wildlife with food.
- Keep your garbage secured in your cabin or one of the bear-proof garbage cans on the property.
- Don’t leave food in your car.
- Keep your patio and porches clean and odorless.
- Keep your screens shut.
Departure Info
Check-out is 11:00 am sharp!
Due to limited space and incoming guests, it is expected that you kindly remove your car from the property at check-out time.
Please be aware that leaving dirty dishes will result in a $50 charge to your credit card.
Cabin Policies
Pricing
Rates include 2-4 people maximum per cabin based on cabin size. Additional persons are $25/each per night.
An additional 11.875% state and county lodging tax will be applied to all totals.
We charge 50% of the total reservation at the time of booking, and the remaining 50% will be charged one day before your arrival check-in date. If the credit card on file does not work, you will not be allowed to check in until you provide a viable payment method.
Check In/Out Times
Check-in: 3 pm – 7 pm
Check-out: by 11 am*
* Check-out is by 11 am sharp. Due to limited space and incoming guests, it is expected that you kindly remove your car from the property at check-out time. $50 late check-out fee: If you check out after 11:00 am a $50 fee will be added to your account.
Please be aware that leaving dirty dishes will result in a $50 charge to your credit card.
Cancellation Policy
Summer cabin reservations for May 21 to August 16, 2026, are NON-REFUNDABLE. Reservations for the remainder of the year are eligible for a full refund when cancelled 21 days in advance. A one-night stay will be charged for cancellations made less than 21 days in advance.
We want as many people as possible to experience the magic of Corkins Lodge in the summer, and these policy revisions help us maintain the cabins, grounds, and forest stewardship.
Damage Policy
Damage to rooms, fixtures, furnishings, and equipment, including the removal of electronic equipment, towels, blankets, games, artwork, etc., will be charged at 150% of the full, new replacement value, plus any shipping and handling charges. Any damage to lodge property, whether accidental or willful, is the responsibility of the registered guest for each particular cabin. Any costs associated with repairs and/or replacements will be charged to the registered guest's credit card.
No Pets Allowed
As Corkins Lodge is a wildlife preserve, for the safety of your pet and the wildlife, we do not accept pets.
No Campfires
The only fires permitted on Corkins Lodge grounds are the wood-burning stoves or fireplaces in your cabins.